£561 Cheap Flights from Vancouver (YVRA) to Beijing (BJSA)

Q: How many airports are there in Beijing?

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.

Q: How much are return flights from Vancouver to Beijing?

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Beijing is £561. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Vancouver to Beijing?

12 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Beijing.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Vancouver to Beijing?

Air China and Air Canada fly direct from Vancouver to Beijing.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Vancouver to Beijing?

As of June 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Beijing.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Vancouver to Beijing?

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Beijing is usually July.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Beijing?

If you're flying from Vancouver, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 15.6 miles away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from £561 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Beijing on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Beijing on Thursday, 24 July 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Vancouver to Beijing?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 36 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Vancouver to Beijing?

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Beijing.£561 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £561, select.

Beijing.£581 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £581, select.

Beijing.£585 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Mon, 24 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £585, select.

Beijing.£586 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Mon, 13 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £586, select.

Beijing.£586 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £586, select.

Beijing.£586 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £586, select.

Beijing.£586 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £586, select.

Beijing.£627 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air Canada departs from Beijing Capital on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £627, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Beijing

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Cheapest month:October

Most expensive month:December

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Alternative Vancouver to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Vancouver to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Vancouver to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£561
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	12 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	34

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

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Travelling from Vancouver to Beijing: what you need to know

Planning your flight from Vancouver to Beijing begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's major entry points.
The average duration of a direct Vancouver to Beijing flight is 12 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
The most popular route for flights from Vancouver to Beijing is Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to {"defaultCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport","accusativeCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport","nominativeCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport","dativeCase":"Beijing Capital International Airport"} (PEK). You'll find nine services between the two airports each week.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Vancouver to Beijing flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Beijing

Score cheap Vancouver to Beijing flights by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to Beijing is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

You can get a direct flight from Vancouver to Beijing taking off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Begin your trip at YVR and come in for landing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that offers direct Vancouver to Beijing plane tickets leaving from YVR.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive on time at their destination.

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

YXX is roughly 40 miles from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Beijing flight:
Flights that depart from YXX make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is approximately 16 miles from central Beijing. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Beijing. Book one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and discover corners of Beijing that aren't the typical tourist stops. Browse the options available from Hertz.
Book your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks ahead to get the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book your Vancouver to Beijing flight even earlier.
PEK is situated at Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

The centre of Beijing is around 25 miles from Daxing International Airport (PKX). After your flight from Vancouver to Beijing has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After your flight from Vancouver to Beijing, unwind at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Beijing

February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Beijing, while April is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Beijing based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Vancouver to Beijing tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Beijing, explore our selection of hotels including:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Beijing itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

Beijing has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. About 70 miles south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, consider Tai'an, about 260 miles south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key highlights.